Bantou- Ountou/Ground-beef & Chicken / 🇬🇳/Sentoskitchen

cassava

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: potato

Sweet potatoes provide similar texture with added nutrients.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier with beneficial fats.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu offers protein while being plant-based.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

Peel and chop cassava and plantains into chunks.

Boil cassava and plantains in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain and mash the boiled cassava and plantains together until smooth.

In a separate pan, heat palm oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions, green peppers, and garlic to the oil; sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Incorporate chopped fish or chicken into the sautéed mixture; cook until done, about 5-7 minutes.

Season with salt, ginger, and seasoning cubes to taste.

Wrap the mashed cassava and plantain mixture in banana leaves, forming a compact package.

Place the wrapped mixture in a steamer and steam for 30-40 minutes until heated through.

Serve the Ountou Tewou with the sautéed fish or chicken on top.

Cooking Techniques

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